18 Feb 1950
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 18, 1950
Page
1
An espionage trial opens in Hungary amid charges that a network within the Ministry of Industry and allied groups passed state secrets to Britain and the United States. Prosecutors allege agents sought covertly to obtain intelligence for foreign powers.
Vatican city Friday report says the Pope is back to health with only a slight sore throat and normal temperature after an influenza attack.
Fragmentary draft notes indicate W F Dunn connected with state cities and an endorsed ballot. The text references a popular candidate, a cabinet mix, and election context, but essential details are unclear.
An unclear entry discusses a federal department analyzing a miners wage dispute. It references a federation, coal industry terms, and a need to address wage levels. The fragment mentions collective bargaining and potential government involvement but lacks clear actions or dates.
A vague notice reports investigations into slave labour links involving the Soviet Union and several international bodies including the UN. The fragmentary text mentions an inquiry or mediation and suggests ongoing discussions among states and coalitions about alleged forced labor practices.
A muddled report describes Abinaupa defending economic policy as riots and protests touch Europe. References to Chancellor ties, Western allies, and a Polish context hint at strained relations and shifting markets affecting millions.
General Gay, former American Military Governor in Germany, dismissed the idea that Russia could be resolved by agreement. He noted Russians have signed many pacts before but never fulfilled them. He warned that only when the Soviet Union allows the Russian people free press and elections could a realistic agreement be possible, a condition unattainable under present policy.
A London report quotes Deputy Prime Minister Morrison dismissing Chur chill’s proposal for a conference with Stalin as premature. He flags not a world government, cites Atlantic Union plans in Congress, and notes Washington readiness to discuss many questions as tensions with the Axis threat persist.
Propped onslaught wan gemntial aid the eitans must be provided, sad the Governor General Viscount Alexander in his Speech Torew the Torene at the opening of Parliament.
Severe rainfall disrupted transit as trains were halted and rivers rose to record levels, closing roads and mail services. The southeast state faced widespread impact with several routes blocked and emergency operations ongoing as crews battled floods.
In London on Friday Bevin informed Burma about a loan offer from Britain. The dispatch mentions Australian and World War era contexts and references a Commonwealth connection. The readable text is fragmentary and unclear in places.
UN Economic and Social Council forecast a growing world dollar shortage and ongoing economic difficulties across Europe and parts of the British Commonwealth into 1948. The report notes weaker real wages, rising living costs, and pressures on postwar reconstruction as major factors shaping the crisis.
AAP reports Gambao seeks re entry to Australia after years apart from his Australian wife on leave. He hopes to secure permanent employment and contact with the Australian Mission for assistance. The case involves U S travel and a boxing figure nicknamed Alabama Kid, with family ties in Melbourne.
Fragmentary report notes two men rescued from a U S Bonne incident. Search parties scoured Princess and Queen areas as reports of a four person crew emerged. The American crew drew attention as efforts continued with unclear substantiation of a prior kill or loss claim.
Australia takes early control as Karri Hane and Mabally contribute to a brisk opening in Griqualand. The pace of the attack rattles the rival batters and sets a sturdy foundation for the innings.
Court reserves judgment in Sharkey appeal as Laurence Lamia Knnvitey, General Secretary of the Communist Forty, challenges a conviction sentence. The case centers on alleged harsh treatment and the appeal’s implications for public sentence law.
Australian Immigration Minister Holt said no German migration scheme is practicable but migration to be sent in six months by the Chief Government and Menzies Government. He denied directives to unions about migrant labor absorption and Australia must look to other European nations.
Fragmented and garbled text references an inquiry into expenses of Dr Evatt, mentions government investigation and a minister for external affairs, with unclear names and broken phrasing indicating a deteriorated OCR snippet from a political news item.
An unstable exchange references hydrogen bombs and mass destruction. Speakers warn a single hydrogen device could kill millions, underscoring fear at a world disarmament gathering.
The final day of the annual smoothhorn event at Perth saw strong bidding as a New Zealand exporter W. Mubride bought an Aberdeen Angus bull for 2800 puineas. The sale highlighted demand for hardy cattle suitable for Australian conditions.
Santor Ball urged a motion to allow non-Europeans to qualify for eventual citizenship, warning the proposal would be a threat to white dominance if natives outnumbered Europeans. He claimed Americans are trying to become white and warned of a future where non-Europeans outpace whites. The motion was deflated.
Twenty six Japanese suspects stand charged with murder in Tokyo amid a mass arrest of 130. Prosecution briefs outline motives as trials loom. A subset will be moved to Manun Island for trial after upcoming shipments from Yokohama while war crimes detentions continue.
Sydney judge remanded Arthur Charles Bullock for sentencing after he pleaded guilty to stealing 3.98 pairs of BC sects from the Railways Department. The 37 year old lorry driver confessed to the crime and faced possible three year imprisonment. The court noted railway workers could face consequences if such thefts continued.
Fragments show Canberra considering steps in Manila relation, noting a diplomat or official figure connected to Philippines ties. The text hints at ongoing efforts to strengthen friendly cooperation between Australia and the Philippines amid unspecified events and individuals.
A garbled wire report references Joseph Elmorr Bhane, awaiting a stage from Hamdentir to Malin, and mentions Hollywood atomic controversy with calls for direct action. The text also alludes to Audie Mur and a personal appeal, with unclear dates or places.
A highly organized gang operated a black market bottled beer racket, with arrests in a well planned swoop. Police say the operation involved intense investigation and cooperation with authorities, and more arrests are expected soon as the trade infiltrated certain night clubs and venues.
Fragmentary OCR reports urge Australia to nominate a rowing crew for the Helsinki Olympics. Names and details are garbled but reference to captain Aire Paigtiah Kenipite and a crew on the Parramatta River appear, with mentions of New Zealand and London Olympians and a ceremonial invitation.
Mingay stated today that Britain faces acute shortages and requires increased supplies of meat, fats, and grain. He cited 70,000 sheep already imported and 11 cattle slaughtered, with cattle and grain shipments from Central West Queensland crucial to easing Britain's rationing.
A woman intervenes during a medical emergency, aiding her husband until professional help arrives. The incident underscores swift bystander action and the couple’s reliance on support from health responders.
A fragmented item mentions Nut Sara Iam Avid in relation to the Atlantic Pact. Details are unclear but reference to the pact suggests a discussional or policy context. No dates or locations are readable. Further readable text needed for a fuller card.
Australian batsmen and bowlers clash in a chaotic Auckland match with erratic scoring and several players contributing. notable performances include Burke and Driver with key wickets and a high partnership, while Auckland fall short as their innings folds amid a shifting pitch and aggressive fielding.
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